Senior Global Trade Compliance Manager

Lime

Global Trade Compliance Manager ensuring compliance with import/export laws for Lime's micromobility operations. Lead the trade compliance program to support global logistics and regulatory requirements.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $96,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and continuously improve a global trade compliance program aligned with high-growth, multi-market operations
Ensure compliance with import/export regulations across key regions (e.g., EU, US, APAC), including customs, sanctions, and export controls
Classify micromobility products (e-scooters, e-bikes, IoT devices, spare parts, and lithium-ion batteries) using HS codes and determine duties and tariffs
Oversee compliance related to the international movement of lithium-ion batteries, including hazardous materials (dangerous goods) regulations (IATA, IMDG, ADR)
Manage export control processes, including licensing requirements for embedded software, GPS/IoT components, and encryption technologies
Lead restricted party screening processes across suppliers, logistics partners, and customers
Partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Hardware, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure compliant and efficient global distribution
Support market entry into new countries by assessing trade compliance requirements and regulatory barriers
Provide detailed analytics around business financial impacts for global duties and tariffs for financial planning and budgeting.
Manage Duty Drawback and Tariff refund processes.
Monitor global regulatory changes (e.g., sustainability rules, battery regulations, recycling directives) and advise on business impact
Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and post-entry reviews; implement corrective actions where needed
Manage relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and relevant government authorities
Set scalable methods for classification, compliance workflows, and audit readiness across key markets
Influence cross-functional decisions by translating regulatory requirements into clear business trade-offs (e.g., cost, speed, risk)
Lead investigations and resolution of compliance issues, disclosures, or audits
Develop and deliver training programs for internal stakeholders across global teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Law, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
6–10+ years of experience in global trade compliance, ideally within hardware, mobility, automotive, or consumer electronics industries
Strong knowledge of customs regulations, export controls, and sanctions regimes across multiple jurisdictions
Direct experience handling battery shipments and dangerous goods compliance strongly preferred
Experience with HS classification, origin determination, and valuation methodologies
Familiarity with trade compliance systems and ERP platforms
Professional certifications (e.g., Licensed Customs Broker, CCS, or equivalent) are a plus
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth, and operationally complex environment
Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
High attention to detail with the ability to scale processes globally
Strong communication skills, including the ability to translate regulations into actionable guidance
Proactive, hands-on approach with a builder mentality, able to create scalable processes while staying close to day-to-day operations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health & Wellness: A choice of medical, dental, and vision plans. We also provide company-paid life and disability insurance and company-funded mental health benefits.
Financial & Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with both pre-tax and Roth options, and access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a monthly company contribution.
Family & Fertility Support: Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, plus fertility and family-forming benefits.
Paid Time Off: Unlimited vacation, paid leaves, and 10 company holidays.
Unique Lime Perks: Complimentary use of Lime vehicles in participating cities, a monthly phone allowance, dedicated learning and development days, and access to perks including One Medical, Wellhub, and Headspace.

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Hard Skills & Tools

global trade complianceimport/export regulationsHS classificationduties and tariffsexport control processeshazardous materials regulationscustoms regulationssanctions regimesbattery shipments compliancetrade compliance systems

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcross-functional collaborationstakeholder managementattention to detailcommunicationproactive approachbuilder mentalitybusiness-oriented mindsetanalytical skillsleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreeLicensed Customs BrokerCCSequivalent certifications